Parasite Examination, trichrome stain for miscellaneous body fluids

Laboratory Fee Schedule

Procedure: MPAR007A

CPT: 87209

Synonym(s):	Parasitology, *Parasite, Entamoeba histolytica, amebiasis, Amebic dysentery, Entamoeba* sp.**
Requisition Form	G-2B
Test Description	Microscopic morphological examination for the detection and identification of parasites in body fluids that are not feces
Pre-Approval Needed	N/A
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Human
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Various body fluids
Minimum Volume/Size Required	N/A
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Dependent upon specimen type; call for instructions regarding preservation and handling
Transport Medium	Dependent upon specimen type
Specimen Labeling	Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record num Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	Ship samples: According to Dangerous Good Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49 Handling as infectious agent using universal precautions Triple-contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents Ship as Biological Substance Category B Call for instructions regarding preservation and handling
Method	Microscopic examination of a trichrome stained smear
Turn-around Time	3 days
Interferences/Limitations	N/A
Common Causes for Rejection	No specimen received Expired media No identifiers on containers
Additional Information	Call Medical Parasitology at 512-776-7560 with questions about specimen collection and handling. Call Lab Reporting at 512-776-7578 with questions about submission forms. Call Specimen Acquisition at 512-776-7569 with questions about shipping.